17872 Zip Code, Shamokin

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Shamokin

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 149 / 300 High
Violent Crime 143
43% above national avg
Property Crime 151
51% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 17872 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17872 in Shamokin, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Shamokin.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 125).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 166 (66% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 125 (25% above avg)

17872 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Shamokin city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
144 +44% Moderate
Assault
155 +55% High
Robbery
125 +25% Moderate
Rape
149 +49% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
166 +66% High
Larceny / Theft
140 +40% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
148 +48% Moderate

17872 Crime Map

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17872 Demographics & Context

Population
9,588
Median Income
$47,853
Home Value
$49,461
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
257/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7%
Graduate Degree 1.8%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.2%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 3.2%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17872, Shamokin?

Zip code 17872 in Shamokin, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average. Zip code 17872 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Shamokin.

Is Zip code 17872 a safe neighborhood in Shamokin?

Zip code 17872 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Shamokin, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 166), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 125). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Shamokin.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17872?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17872 is Burglary, with a crime index of 166 (66% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17872?

Zip code 17872 has a population of approximately 9,588. The median household income is $47,853. The median home value is $49,461. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17872 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17872's overall crime rate is 49% above the national average (index 149 vs 100). Within Shamokin, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.